Course Overview:
This is a 5-day course offered by IRES that provides participants with essential skills and knowledge in first aid and fire safety. Participants will learn to assess and respond to emergency situations, administer first aid, and perform basic fire response actions. The course emphasizes practical training to equip individuals with the ability to act quickly and effectively in emergencies, potentially saving lives and minimizing injuries.
Course Duration:
5 days
Target Audience:
- Workplace safety officers
- Facility managers
- HR personnel
- First responders and security staff
- Employees in high-risk industries
- Community leaders and volunteers
Personal Impact:
- Gain confidence in responding to emergency situations and assisting others in need.
- Develop practical skills in basic first aid and fire safety.
- Learn how to prevent, control, and respond to fires effectively.
- Enhance your awareness and ability to act as a first responder in emergencies.
Organizational Impact:
- Strengthen the organization’s emergency preparedness and safety practices.
- Reduce workplace injury and improve response times to incidents.
- Enhance compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
- Promote a culture of safety and responsibility within the workplace.
Course Level:
Course Objectives:
- To introduce participants to essential first aid skills and fire safety techniques.
- To provide hands-on training in emergency response for injuries, medical conditions, and fire-related incidents.
- To teach participants how to identify fire hazards and apply fire prevention techniques.
- To equip participants with the skills to act as a Fire Marshal, conducting fire drills and ensuring workplace safety.
- To foster a proactive approach to health and safety in workplaces and communities.
Course Outline:
Module 1: Fundamentals of First Aid
- Introduction to first aid: Roles and responsibilities of a first aider
- Assessing the situation: Safety, hazards, and personal protection
- Primary survey and basic life support (BLS)
- Case Study 1: Reviewing a workplace incident requiring first aid intervention
- Hands-On Exercise 1: Practicing the primary survey and recovery position on a partner.
Module 2: Emergency Response for Injuries and Medical Conditions
- Treating common injuries: bleeding, burns, fractures, and sprains
- Responding to medical emergencies: choking, asthma, seizures, and heart attacks
- Safe handling and transportation of injured persons
- Case Study 2: Analysis of a case where first aid played a critical role in saving lives
- Hands-On Exercise 2: Simulating first aid procedures for injuries such as cuts, burns, and fractures.
Module 3: Fire Safety Basics and Fire Marshal Roles
- Understanding fire science: Fire triangle and types of fires
- Introduction to the role of a Fire Marshal
- Identifying and assessing fire hazards in the workplace
- Case Study 3: Examining a fire incident in a workplace and how it was managed
- Hands-On Exercise 3: Conducting a fire hazard assessment of a designated area.
Module 4: Firefighting Techniques and Equipment
- Overview of firefighting equipment: extinguishers, hoses, blankets, and alarms
- Understanding fire classifications and choosing the correct extinguisher
- Practical use of firefighting equipment and techniques for controlling fires
- Case Study 4: Reviewing a case of effective fire containment in a facility using the right equipment
- Hands-On Exercise 4: Practicing the use of different types of fire extinguishers on controlled fires.
Module 5: Fire Evacuation and Emergency Preparedness
- Planning and conducting fire drills: procedures and communication
- Evacuation protocols: Ensuring safety and preventing panic
- Creating and maintaining an emergency action plan
- Case Study 5: Learning from a real-life evacuation scenario and best practices
- Hands-On Exercise 5: Designing and executing a fire drill simulation, including evacuation procedures and role-playing as a Fire Marshal.
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Course Administration Details:
Methodology
These instructor-led training sessions are delivered using a blended learning approach and include presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials are offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
Training Venue
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
Accommodation and Airport Transfer
Accommodation and Airport Transfer are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Tailor-Made
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Payment
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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